5 FAQs

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Monika Frejlich, Vice President of Communications at the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation, to explore the evolving landscape of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) across Canada. With experience spanning frontline public service, the Government of Ontario, and national leadership in communications and policy, Monika brings a systems-level perspective to on...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Christina McNeill, Manager of Clinical Services at Acclaim Ability Management, to explore what returning to work after addiction or mental health treatment really looks like. Drawing on her leadership of the Mental Health Ecosystem and her multidisciplinary clinical background, Christina shares practical insights on reintegration, workplace communication, and sustaining reco...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Dr. Ramasubbu, psychiatrist and trauma specialist, to explore trauma and PTSD through a clinical, cultural, and deeply human lens. Drawing on his work supporting members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Dr. Ramasubbu breaks down what PTSD really is, why it affects people differently, and how military culture can shape both help-seeking and recovery. From early intervention to l...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Jason MacKenzie, leadership coach, author, and grief expert, for an honest conversation about love, loss, and healing. Having endured profound personal tragedy, Jason has transformed his pain into purpose, helping others navigate the complexities of grief with courage and compassion. From understanding how grief evolves over time to learning how to show up for others who are...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Geoff Ingram, National Research &Measurement-Based Care Coordinator at EHN Canada, to unpack what measurement-based care really means, specifically from the client’s perspective. Drawing from his lived experience in recovery and his work in research and clinical practice, Geoff sheds light on how data-driven insights can create more personalized, responsive, and empoweri...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Susan Raphael, author of What’s Wrong with My Teen?, to explore how addiction and mental health challenges affect the entire family system. Drawing on her expertise and lived experience, Susan offers compassionate insights into the complex emotions, communication struggles, and healing opportunities that arise when a teen is in crisis. From breaking down myths about “tough l...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Jeanne Foote, founder of The Recovery Concierge, to explore the hidden costs of compassion fatigue among caregivers and helping professionals. From recognizing the subtle signs that often go unnoticed to building resilience through mindfulness, boundaries, and self-compassion, Jeanne offers practical insights that blend clinical expertise with lived experience. Together, we ...

You’ve probably heard about the challenges cancer survivors face, but what about the emotional and mental health struggles that continue long after treatment ends? How can survivors manage anxiety, depression, and the weight of ongoing uncertainty, while also building resilience for the future? And what role do community, communication, and support play in recovery?

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Michael F...

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Sydney Marcoux, MSW, RSW, Clinical Director at Victim Services of Durham Region, to unpack the realities of gender-based violence and its far-reaching impact. From recognizing early warning signs to supporting survivors with compassion, Sydney helps us separate fact from misconception, while shedding light on the emotional, psychological, and social challenges people face wh...

You’ve probably heard the word breathwork tossed around, but what does it really mean? Can something as simple as breathing help calm the body, manage trauma, and build resilience in high-pressure professions? And how does it actually stack up against practices like meditation or yoga?

In this episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, we sit down with Emily Day from EHN Guardians Gateway to explore how intentional breathing techniques can be...

In this episode of 5 FAQs, we sit down with Jordan Anderson, Executive Director of Alpha House Toronto—a sober living facility dedicated to supporting individuals in early recovery—to explore the critical gaps in mental health care across Canada.As the country continues to grapple with a growing mental health and addiction crisis, access to timely, equitable, and compassionate care remains a major concern. 

Today's 5 FAQs:

1. W...

In this episode of 5 FAQs, we sit down with Crystal Bell, Executive Director of Outpatient Services at EHN Canada, to tackle the five most searched questions about virtual therapy. As mental health care continues to evolve, virtual therapy has become a lifeline for thousands—but there’s still a lot of confusion about how it works, who it’s for, and whether it’s as effective as in-person treatment. Crystal brings her clinical expert...

To kick off this brand new season of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada, it is our pleasure to announce our special guest, Patrick De Belen.

Patrick is a community builder, a coach, a mentor and an artist in the truest sense of the word.

In this episode, we were excited to tackle the 5 FAQs about mental health in the artist community.

Here are today's 5 FAQs:

1. How does mental health impact creativity? 
2. What strategies can artists use to cope ...

In this very special episode of 5 FAQs by EHN Canada and EHN Guardians, Pamela Dandolo and Jonathan are excited to interview the one...the only.... WAYNE HANNAH!

Wayne is a Veteran and a First responder with over 2 decades of front-line and active duty experience. He is also a mental health advocate in the truest sense of the term. 

In this episode, we were excited to tackle the 5 FAQs about mental health in the Veteran and First Res...

What does it actually mean to have resilience and how does one actually explore and build it?

We asked Nick Halmasy from EHN Guardians Gateway, all about this topic, his experience and much much more!

IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL ANSWER:     

• How do you define resilience? 
• Why is resilience important to first responders?
• What training exists to foster resilience in this community? 
• How can first responders avoid compassion fati...

You’ve probably heard the term, but what does PTSD actually mean? Who does it affect? And what does healing really look like? We asked R. Nicholas Carleton, PhD from the University of Regina, these questions and more. Whether you’ve experienced trauma yourself, know someone who has, or simply want to learn more, this episode is for you.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL ANSWER:     

• What is PTSD and how does it manifest in indi...

The landscape of mental health and addiction care is changing every day, including some cutting-edge, evidence-based treatment options. At EHN Canada, we are proud to run EHN Red Deer Recovery Centre, a treatment centre structured around Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (or ROSC). But what is ROSC exactly and how can it help out patients? To find out, we talked to Ben Borger, the Clinical Director of EHN Red Deer Recovery Centre a...

Leaders are the quintessential example of people who forget to take care of themselves and their own mental health. In this episode of 5 FAQs, we explore the challenges that leaders experience, how their mental health is affected, and steps they can take to better care for their own mental health.  

 
THE 5 FAQs WE WILL ANSWER:    

1. What challenges do leaders typically struggle with when it comes to their mental health?  
2. In wh...

Welcome to 5 FAQs, an EHN Canada Podcast. 

For each episode, we scour the internet for the five most frequently asked questions about a specific topic related to mental health and addiction, and then we go to the experts to get the answers.  

5 FAQs is created and produced by EHN Canada, the country's largest network of publicly funded and private treatment services for addiction, trauma, and mental health. 

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